Obituaries
Mildred "Mitzi" Alice Hall Haynes
Sep 24, 2024
Mildred “Mitzi” Alice Hall Haynes passed away at Autumn Care of Marion on the morning of Tuesday, September 24, 2024 at the age of 86.
Mitzi was born on January 26, 1938 in McDowell County to her late parents, Gettys Harold Hall, Sr. and Juanita Poteat Stamey. She is also preceded in death by her husband, Bobby Haynes.
She was a member...
George Pierce Stanford III
Sep 23, 2024
George Pierce Stanford III, 78, of Nebo, went to be with the Lord on Monday, September 23, 2024 at Mission Hospital McDowell after a brief illness.
He was born in Oak Ridge, Tennessee on May 17, 1946 to the late George Pierce Stanford Jr. and Audrie McCurry Stanford. He was also preceded in death by a great-grandson, Canaan Sayles.
George was a...
Lewis J. Scott
Sep 22, 2024
Lewis J. Scott, 72, formerly of Caldwell County, passed away Sunday, September 22, 2024 at Smoky Ridge Health & Rehabilitation.
He was born in Granite Falls on January 7, 1952 to the late Sam Evans Scott and Emma Jean Henderson Scott. Lewis was a very kind soul who loved to laugh. He loved music, but he loved the Lord more than...
Donald Michael McKenzie
Sep 20, 2024
Donald Michael "Mike" McKenzie, 65, of Chimney Rock, peacefully departed this life on the morning of Friday, September 20, 2024.
He was born in Ypsilanti, Michigan on March 14, 1959 to the late Donald McKenzie and Barbara Jean Symms Jones.
He was a beloved chef whose culinary journey spanned 50 years. Mike discovered his passion for cooking at an early age, and...
John Ray Waycaster
Sep 19, 2024
John Ray Waycaster, 82, of Marion, passed away Thursday, September 19, 2024, at Amorem Hospice in Valdese.
John was born in Mitchell County, NC on April 14, 1942, to the late Raymond Waycaster and Faye Bradshaw Waycaster. John was a member of the Marion Moose Lodge and was an enthusiast of classic cars and anything mechanical. John was very kindhearted, generous,...
James Gregory Stackable
Sep 18, 2024
James Gregory Stackable, 79, of Marion, passed away Wednesday, September 18, 2024, at the Charles F. George VA Medical Center in Asheville.
Mr. Stackable was born on March 27, 1945, in Detroit, Michigan, to the late Robert Vincent Stackable and Alice Elizabeth Metevier Stackable.
He served his country proudly in the United States Navy, having served two tours of duty in Vietnam....
Ronald Merle Shaffer
Sep 18, 2024
Ronald Merle Shaffer of Hendersonville, NC passed away on Wednesday, September 18, 2024 at the age of 76 at Cannon Memorial Hospital in Newland, NC.
Ronald was born in Elyria, OH to the late Merle “Bud” Shaffer and the late Rita Stein Shaffer. He is also preceded in death by his sister, Yvonne Martin.
Ronald proudly served his country in the United...
Davonté Cavario Conley
Sep 18, 2024
Davonté Cavario Conley, 32, of Marion, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, September 18, 2024.
He was born in Marion on November 18, 1991. Davonté had a strong work ethic, and he always took pride in his job. He spent his life working in construction. He was currently employed with GEM Constructors, and he worked for IEM Contractors for nine years prior...
Kenneth Ray Sparks
Sep 16, 2024
Kenneth Ray Sparks, age 77, of Spruce Pine, departed this life on Monday, September 16, 2024 at home surrounded by his loving family.
He was born in Mitchell County on March 29, 1947 to the late Henry Sparks and Mary Lee Biddix Sparks. Kenneth formerly worked as a cook in fish camps in both Marion and Bakersville. He was a wonderful...
James Henry Gibson, Sr.
Sep 13, 2024
James Henry Gibson, Sr., 74, of Marion, passed away Friday, September 13, 2024, at his residence.
James was born in McDowell County, NC on March 5, 1950, to William Silvers and Verties Ellen Gibson. He was married to his wife of 29 years, Denise Kay Rumfelt Gibson and was a member of Macedonia Baptist Church in Nebo. He was a hard...
Willow Cera Thorne
Sep 12, 2024
Willow Cera Thorne, age 3 months, passed away Thursday, September 12, 2024 at Mission Hospital in Asheville.
She was born June 3, 2024 in Marion. Willow was a very happy baby who had a smile that would melt your heart. She would always smile when someone said “I love you.” She had the most beautiful sky-blue eyes. Willow recently started cooing...
Gerald Douglas Styles
Sep 12, 2024
Gerald D. Styles, aka “Peg-leg,” passed away on September 12, 2024, in Asheville, North Carolina. Born on May 30, 1957, a native to Yancey County.
Gerald proudly served in the Air Force and lived a full life. He loved his family & friends, enjoyed racing, driving, working on hot rods, riding motorcycles and doing burn-outs. He asks his friends to do...
Joel Craig Forbes
Sep 11, 2024
Joel Craig Forbes, 50, of Marion passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, September 11, 2024.
Craig was born in McDowell County to the late Margaret Forbes on October 20, 1973. He is survived by numerous aunts, uncles and cousins.
No services are planned at this time.
Christina Kathryn Godfrey Creasman
Sep 10, 2024
Christina “Tina” Kathryn Godfrey Creasman, 52, of Marion went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, September 10, 2024 at Atrium Health Charlotte.
Tina was born in Cook County, Illinois on November 11, 1971 to Kenneth Denby and Theodora Lantz Glenn.
She loved her Lord and Savior and gave to her community by working as a CNA. Tina was devoted to her...
Madge Irene Silver Bivins
Sep 10, 2024
Madge Irene Silver Bivins, 91, of Old Fort, peacefully departed this life on Tuesday, September 10, 2024 at Autumn Care of Marion.
She was born in Old Fort on March 31, 1933 to the late Virgil Silver and Sallie Noblitt Silver. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Howard Bivins; two daughters, Sheila Jeanne Bivins Stewart and Kathy Luann...
Glen Ray Bartlett
Sep 8, 2024
On the afternoon of Sunday, September 8, 2024, Glen Ray Bartlett, 84, of Old Fort, passed away at Mission Hospital in Asheville.
He was born at home in Old Fort on March 24, 1940 to the late Horace Bartlett and Essie Bean Bartlett.
Glen had a dedicated career in textiles, where he spent many years contributing to the industry at Old Fort...
James Christopher "Chris" Conley
Sep 5, 2024
James Christopher "Chris" Conley, a cherished member of the Marion community, passed away on September 5, 2024, at Carepartners Hospice Solace Center. Born May 24, 1972 in Wilmington, North Carolina, Chris's life was marked by his unwavering spirit, love for his family, and dedication to his career.
Chris proudly served his country as a United States Marine, an experience that shaped...
Jane Cable Oertel
Sep 5, 2024
Jane Eloise Cable Oertel, 81, of Nebo, passed away Thursday, September 5, 2024, at Deer Park Health and Rehabilitation.
Jane was born in Swain County, NC on August 30, 1943, to the late Richard Pearson Cable and Virginia Jenkins Cable. She loved people, and for many years, Jane was an employee of Wal-Mart. She enjoyed cooking for the family, laughing, and...
Ollie Mae Effler
Sep 4, 2024
Ollie Mae Effler, 71, of Old Fort, passed away on Wednesday, September 4, 2024 in Morganton at UNC Health Blue Ridge.
Ollie was born in McDowell County to the late James Effler and the late Irene Knupp Effler. She is also preceded in death by her siblings, Daniel Effler, Doris Lunsford, James Effler, Jr., Mary Goodson, Henry Effler, Evelyn Young and...
Bruce Leon Brown
Sep 2, 2024
Bruce Leon Brown, 63, of Marion, met Jesus face to face on Monday, September 2, 2024.
He was born September 1, 1961 in Elyria, Ohio to the late Ford Brown and Helen Soules Brown. He was also preceded in death by a brother, Gary Brown.
Bruce attended Cleveland State University where he studied TV and Radio Production and Journalism. He later attended...
Mildred "Mitzi" Alice Hall Haynes
Sep 24, 2024
Mildred “Mitzi” Alice Hall Haynes passed away at Autumn Care of Marion on the morning of Tuesday, September 24, 2024 at the age of 86.
Mitzi was born on January 26, 1938 in McDowell County to her late parents, Gettys Harold Hall, Sr. and Juanita Poteat Stamey. She is also preceded in death by her husband, Bobby Haynes.
She was a member...
George Pierce Stanford III
Sep 23, 2024
George Pierce Stanford III, 78, of Nebo, went to be with the Lord on Monday, September 23, 2024 at Mission Hospital McDowell after a brief illness.
He was born in Oak Ridge, Tennessee on May 17, 1946 to the late George Pierce Stanford Jr. and Audrie McCurry Stanford. He was also preceded in death by a great-grandson, Canaan Sayles.
George was a...
Lewis J. Scott
Sep 22, 2024
Lewis J. Scott, 72, formerly of Caldwell County, passed away Sunday, September 22, 2024 at Smoky Ridge Health & Rehabilitation.
He was born in Granite Falls on January 7, 1952 to the late Sam Evans Scott and Emma Jean Henderson Scott. Lewis was a very kind soul who loved to laugh. He loved music, but he loved the Lord more than...
Donald Michael McKenzie
Sep 20, 2024
Donald Michael "Mike" McKenzie, 65, of Chimney Rock, peacefully departed this life on the morning of Friday, September 20, 2024.
He was born in Ypsilanti, Michigan on March 14, 1959 to the late Donald McKenzie and Barbara Jean Symms Jones.
He was a beloved chef whose culinary journey spanned 50 years. Mike discovered his passion for cooking at an early age, and...
John Ray Waycaster
Sep 19, 2024
John Ray Waycaster, 82, of Marion, passed away Thursday, September 19, 2024, at Amorem Hospice in Valdese.
John was born in Mitchell County, NC on April 14, 1942, to the late Raymond Waycaster and Faye Bradshaw Waycaster. John was a member of the Marion Moose Lodge and was an enthusiast of classic cars and anything mechanical. John was very kindhearted, generous,...
James Gregory Stackable
Sep 18, 2024
James Gregory Stackable, 79, of Marion, passed away Wednesday, September 18, 2024, at the Charles F. George VA Medical Center in Asheville.
Mr. Stackable was born on March 27, 1945, in Detroit, Michigan, to the late Robert Vincent Stackable and Alice Elizabeth Metevier Stackable.
He served his country proudly in the United States Navy, having served two tours of duty in Vietnam....
Ronald Merle Shaffer
Sep 18, 2024
Ronald Merle Shaffer of Hendersonville, NC passed away on Wednesday, September 18, 2024 at the age of 76 at Cannon Memorial Hospital in Newland, NC.
Ronald was born in Elyria, OH to the late Merle “Bud” Shaffer and the late Rita Stein Shaffer. He is also preceded in death by his sister, Yvonne Martin.
Ronald proudly served his country in the United...
Davonté Cavario Conley
Sep 18, 2024
Davonté Cavario Conley, 32, of Marion, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, September 18, 2024.
He was born in Marion on November 18, 1991. Davonté had a strong work ethic, and he always took pride in his job. He spent his life working in construction. He was currently employed with GEM Constructors, and he worked for IEM Contractors for nine years prior...
Kenneth Ray Sparks
Sep 16, 2024
Kenneth Ray Sparks, age 77, of Spruce Pine, departed this life on Monday, September 16, 2024 at home surrounded by his loving family.
He was born in Mitchell County on March 29, 1947 to the late Henry Sparks and Mary Lee Biddix Sparks. Kenneth formerly worked as a cook in fish camps in both Marion and Bakersville. He was a wonderful...
James Henry Gibson, Sr.
Sep 13, 2024
James Henry Gibson, Sr., 74, of Marion, passed away Friday, September 13, 2024, at his residence.
James was born in McDowell County, NC on March 5, 1950, to William Silvers and Verties Ellen Gibson. He was married to his wife of 29 years, Denise Kay Rumfelt Gibson and was a member of Macedonia Baptist Church in Nebo. He was a hard...
Willow Cera Thorne
Sep 12, 2024
Willow Cera Thorne, age 3 months, passed away Thursday, September 12, 2024 at Mission Hospital in Asheville.
She was born June 3, 2024 in Marion. Willow was a very happy baby who had a smile that would melt your heart. She would always smile when someone said “I love you.” She had the most beautiful sky-blue eyes. Willow recently started cooing...
Gerald Douglas Styles
Sep 12, 2024
Gerald D. Styles, aka “Peg-leg,” passed away on September 12, 2024, in Asheville, North Carolina. Born on May 30, 1957, a native to Yancey County.
Gerald proudly served in the Air Force and lived a full life. He loved his family & friends, enjoyed racing, driving, working on hot rods, riding motorcycles and doing burn-outs. He asks his friends to do...
Joel Craig Forbes
Sep 11, 2024
Joel Craig Forbes, 50, of Marion passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, September 11, 2024.
Craig was born in McDowell County to the late Margaret Forbes on October 20, 1973. He is survived by numerous aunts, uncles and cousins.
No services are planned at this time.
Christina Kathryn Godfrey Creasman
Sep 10, 2024
Christina “Tina” Kathryn Godfrey Creasman, 52, of Marion went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, September 10, 2024 at Atrium Health Charlotte.
Tina was born in Cook County, Illinois on November 11, 1971 to Kenneth Denby and Theodora Lantz Glenn.
She loved her Lord and Savior and gave to her community by working as a CNA. Tina was devoted to her...
Madge Irene Silver Bivins
Sep 10, 2024
Madge Irene Silver Bivins, 91, of Old Fort, peacefully departed this life on Tuesday, September 10, 2024 at Autumn Care of Marion.
She was born in Old Fort on March 31, 1933 to the late Virgil Silver and Sallie Noblitt Silver. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Howard Bivins; two daughters, Sheila Jeanne Bivins Stewart and Kathy Luann...
Glen Ray Bartlett
Sep 8, 2024
On the afternoon of Sunday, September 8, 2024, Glen Ray Bartlett, 84, of Old Fort, passed away at Mission Hospital in Asheville.
He was born at home in Old Fort on March 24, 1940 to the late Horace Bartlett and Essie Bean Bartlett.
Glen had a dedicated career in textiles, where he spent many years contributing to the industry at Old Fort...
James Christopher "Chris" Conley
Sep 5, 2024
James Christopher "Chris" Conley, a cherished member of the Marion community, passed away on September 5, 2024, at Carepartners Hospice Solace Center. Born May 24, 1972 in Wilmington, North Carolina, Chris's life was marked by his unwavering spirit, love for his family, and dedication to his career.
Chris proudly served his country as a United States Marine, an experience that shaped...
Jane Cable Oertel
Sep 5, 2024
Jane Eloise Cable Oertel, 81, of Nebo, passed away Thursday, September 5, 2024, at Deer Park Health and Rehabilitation.
Jane was born in Swain County, NC on August 30, 1943, to the late Richard Pearson Cable and Virginia Jenkins Cable. She loved people, and for many years, Jane was an employee of Wal-Mart. She enjoyed cooking for the family, laughing, and...
Ollie Mae Effler
Sep 4, 2024
Ollie Mae Effler, 71, of Old Fort, passed away on Wednesday, September 4, 2024 in Morganton at UNC Health Blue Ridge.
Ollie was born in McDowell County to the late James Effler and the late Irene Knupp Effler. She is also preceded in death by her siblings, Daniel Effler, Doris Lunsford, James Effler, Jr., Mary Goodson, Henry Effler, Evelyn Young and...
Bruce Leon Brown
Sep 2, 2024
Bruce Leon Brown, 63, of Marion, met Jesus face to face on Monday, September 2, 2024.
He was born September 1, 1961 in Elyria, Ohio to the late Ford Brown and Helen Soules Brown. He was also preceded in death by a brother, Gary Brown.
Bruce attended Cleveland State University where he studied TV and Radio Production and Journalism. He later attended...
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